Jordan was sentenced to life in prison for his role in the 2005 shooting death of a Holmes Community College student Dwaeuntre' Davis, a freshman football player from Franklin, Louisiana, who was shot in a parking lot after a fight.

Jordan was sentenced to life in prison for his role in the 2005 shooting death of a Holmes Community College student Dwaeuntre' Davis, a freshman football player from Franklin, Louisiana, who was shot in a parking lot after a fight.

The world's fastest woman and Olympic gold medalist Tori Bowie is helping her home state put out fires. The Mississippi native is featured in a public service announcement from the Forestry Commission to help prevent wildfires.

The world's fastest woman and Olympic gold medalist Tori Bowie is helping her home state put out fires. The Mississippi native is featured in a public service announcement from the Forestry Commission to help prevent wildfires.

The man accused of kidnapping a four-year-old girl in South Carolina made an appearance in Federal Court Friday. Thomas Evans Jr. was captured in Kemper County following a multi-state pursuit over two days.

The man accused of kidnapping a four-year-old girl in South Carolina made an appearance in Federal Court Friday. Thomas Evans Jr. was captured in Kemper County following a multi-state pursuit over two days.

The chairman of the U-S Congressional Black Caucus will be in Jackson February 24 to celebrate the new Civil Rights Museum, according to Carlos Moore, co-organizer of the Friends of Mississippi Civil Rights Grand Celebration and Gala

The chairman of the U-S Congressional Black Caucus will be in Jackson February 24 to celebrate the new Civil Rights Museum, according to Carlos Moore, co-organizer of the Friends of Mississippi Civil Rights Grand Celebration and Gala

Trenton Ferrell Williams, 34, of Houston, Texas, was sentenced Thursday by U.S. District Judge Sul Ozerden to 123 months in federal prison followed by five years of supervised release for possession with intent to distribute hydrocodone. Williams was also ordered to pay $21,392.68 in restitution.

Trenton Ferrell Williams, 34, of Houston, Texas, was sentenced Thursday by U.S. District Judge Sul Ozerden to 123 months in federal prison followed by five years of supervised release for possession with intent to distribute hydrocodone. Williams was also ordered to pay $21,392.68 in restitution.

Schools districts across the Magnolia state are on high alert tonight after Wednesday's deadly massacre at a Florida high school. The school district security team in McComb is beefing up its efforts to keep more 2,500 hundred students safe. They say communication is a key factor in their success.

Schools districts across the Magnolia state are on high alert tonight after Wednesday's deadly massacre at a Florida high school. The school district security team in McComb is beefing up its efforts to keep more 2,500 hundred students safe. They say communication is a key factor in their success.

Two officers at the South Mississippi Correctional Institution in Greene County have been arrested. According to the Mississippi Department of Corrections, they were caught with contraband during the first major shakedown of the year.

Two officers at the South Mississippi Correctional Institution in Greene County have been arrested. According to the Mississippi Department of Corrections, they were caught with contraband during the first major shakedown of the year.

Mississippi's graduation rates are improving and getting even closer to the national average. Data shows 83 percent of the state's seniors graduated on time from high school in the 2016-2017 school year. That puts Mississippi just a point behind the national graduation rate of 84 percent. State Superintendent Dr. Carey Wright proudly made this announcement during Thursday's meeting. "We have the highest graduation rate we've ever had," said Wright. "You can see that ...

Mississippi's graduation rates are improving and getting even closer to the national average. Data shows 83 percent of the state's seniors graduated on time from high school in the 2016-2017 school year. That puts Mississippi just a point behind the national graduation rate of 84 percent. State Superintendent Dr. Carey Wright proudly made this announcement during Thursday's meeting. "We have the highest graduation rate we've ever had," said Wright. "You can see that ...

Lines formed early Friday for people buying tickets to the Black Panther movie at Tinseltown in Pearl. Several screenings sold out. On Saturday, three screenings are sold out with the tickets all going to underprivileged youth. Actress Octavia Spencer footing the bill, and throwing in free popcorn and a drink for the kids. Those seeing the movie say they appreciate her generosity. Evan Hughes watching the movie said, "That is phenomenal. That's a great thing to do, k...

Lines formed early Friday for people buying tickets to the Black Panther movie at Tinseltown in Pearl. Several screenings sold out. On Saturday, three screenings are sold out with the tickets all going to underprivileged youth. Actress Octavia Spencer footing the bill, and throwing in free popcorn and a drink for the kids. Those seeing the movie say they appreciate her generosity. Evan Hughes watching the movie said, "That is phenomenal. That's a great thing to do, k...

When Brenda Davis, the curator of the New Capitol called me and told me they had finished the years-long refurbishing of the exterior of the New Capitol by replacing the floor of the north lobby, I was wondering what an interior floor had to do with an exterior renovation.

When Brenda Davis, the curator of the New Capitol called me and told me they had finished the years-long refurbishing of the exterior of the New Capitol by replacing the floor of the north lobby, I was wondering what an interior floor had to do with an exterior renovation.

Jackson Police have arrested 14-year-old Crystal Marshall and charged her with Capital Murder in the death of Joseph Baker. This is the third arrest in the Robinson Road shooting Sunday evening. Marshall is being charged as an adult.

Jackson Police have arrested 14-year-old Crystal Marshall and charged her with Capital Murder in the death of Joseph Baker. This is the third arrest in the Robinson Road shooting Sunday evening. Marshall is being charged as an adult.

Good morning. It still feels more like spring than winter outside. It won't be quite as warm today as it was yesterday, and rain chances are still in the forecast through the weekend. We'll sort it all out in the First Alert Forecast. Jackson police are searching for two men who robbed a gas station at gunpoint last night. We'll tell you where it happened. And we'll have the latest on the high-school shooting investigation in Parkland, Florida. President Trump plans to visit with fa...More >>

Good morning. It still feels more like spring than winter outside. It won't be quite as warm today as it was yesterday, and rain chances are still in the forecast through the weekend. We'll sort it all out in the First Alert Forecast. Jackson police are searching for two men who robbed a gas station at gunpoint last night. We'll tell you where it happened. And we'll have the latest on the high-school shooting investigation in Parkland, Florida. President Trump plans to visit with fa...More >>

It's the talk of the movie world.... opening night of the highly anticipated Black Panther movie. The Marvel superhero flick centers around a wealthy fictitious African country with a mostly African American cast; and the hero is a black man.

It's the talk of the movie world.... opening night of the highly anticipated Black Panther movie. The Marvel superhero flick centers around a wealthy fictitious African country with a mostly African American cast; and the hero is a black man.

The Mississippi Department of Education has given Jackson Public Schools more time to meet the standards set by the state. During Thursday's board meeting, the State Superintendent had praise for the district's new leadership so far.

The Mississippi Department of Education has given Jackson Public Schools more time to meet the standards set by the state. During Thursday's board meeting, the State Superintendent had praise for the district's new leadership so far.

Nearly 23 percent of Mississippi adults light up on a regular basis. And they pay a pretty low tax compared to other states. But there's a push to hike the cost of that pack of cigarettes. The idea of raising taxes isn't something you'll often hear a bi-partisan call at the State Capitol. But the tobacco tax seems to be the exception. "This is a common sense approach to improving the health care in our state," said Senator Brice Wiggins. "How can we ignore that?"...

Nearly 23 percent of Mississippi adults light up on a regular basis. And they pay a pretty low tax compared to other states. But there's a push to hike the cost of that pack of cigarettes. The idea of raising taxes isn't something you'll often hear a bi-partisan call at the State Capitol. But the tobacco tax seems to be the exception. "This is a common sense approach to improving the health care in our state," said Senator Brice Wiggins. "How can we ignore that?"...

3 On Your Side uncovers a bizarre twist to the Florida High School shooting. The FBI may have been warned about the deadly rampage that left 17 people dead. A Mississippi bail bondsman is claiming the former student mentioned becoming a shooter on his social media page last fall. I just thought it was a keyboard commando typing out a inflammatory message,” said Bail Bondsman Ben Bennight. South Mississippian Ben Bennight says back in September of last year an alarming comme...

3 On Your Side uncovers a bizarre twist to the Florida High School shooting. The FBI may have been warned about the deadly rampage that left 17 people dead. A Mississippi bail bondsman is claiming the former student mentioned becoming a shooter on his social media page last fall. I just thought it was a keyboard commando typing out a inflammatory message,” said Bail Bondsman Ben Bennight. South Mississippian Ben Bennight says back in September of last year an alarming comme...

Simpson County school officials confirm a school bus was damaged by pellets shot from a BB gun. Superintendent Greg Paes says the bus was taking students home from Magee Elementary, Middle and High Schools Wednesday afternoon. The bus was hit at least four times. One female student was hit by glass but was not injured. The Magee Police Department is handling the investigation. An officer tells us the case will be turned over to the youth court. Copyright 2018 MSNewsNow.&n...

Simpson County school officials confirm a school bus was damaged by pellets shot from a BB gun. Superintendent Greg Paes says the bus was taking students home from Magee Elementary, Middle and High Schools Wednesday afternoon. The bus was hit at least four times. One female student was hit by glass but was not injured. The Magee Police Department is handling the investigation. An officer tells us the case will be turned over to the youth court. Copyright 2018 MSNewsNow.&n...

A multi-vehicle accident overnight nearly shuts down two major streets in downtown Jackson near the bus station. We'll have details when you join us. A Jackson business is held up and this morning police are still on the hunt for one of the suspects. We'll have more on this at the top of the hour. Tragedy strikes in Florida following a school shooting. We'll have more the lives lost and what's next in the investigation. See you in 10. ~Joy

A multi-vehicle accident overnight nearly shuts down two major streets in downtown Jackson near the bus station. We'll have details when you join us. A Jackson business is held up and this morning police are still on the hunt for one of the suspects. We'll have more on this at the top of the hour. Tragedy strikes in Florida following a school shooting. We'll have more the lives lost and what's next in the investigation. See you in 10. ~Joy

Education officials say the Jackson school district's plan to fix state accreditation violations needs more work. State Department of Education documents presented in advance of Thursday's meeting recommended that the Board of Education decline to approve the district's corrective action plan.

Education officials say the Jackson school district's plan to fix state accreditation violations needs more work. State Department of Education documents presented in advance of Thursday's meeting recommended that the Board of Education decline to approve the district's corrective action plan.

The Trump Administration announced proposed changes to the SNAP program on Monday, which included some of the recipients’ benefits being used in the form of a food package, instead of a dollar amount being loaded onto a debit card.

The Trump Administration announced proposed changes to the SNAP program on Monday, which included some of the recipients’ benefits being used in the form of a food package, instead of a dollar amount being loaded onto a debit card.

Everything was coming up roses for Tammyette Spaulding -- she got a raise at work, she was working on a promotion, she was about to move into a Habitat house with her children -- but on September 3, she went to work and left early.

Everything was coming up roses for Tammyette Spaulding -- she got a raise at work, she was working on a promotion, she was about to move into a Habitat house with her children -- but on September 3, she went to work and left early.

A Jackson man is back in custody after a second arrest on drug charges. Agents with the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics arrested 59-year-old Kelvin Roy "Hot" Thompson of 722 Westmont Drive in Jackson late Monday night. He is suspected of distributing heroin that has led to drug overdoes in the metro area.

A Jackson man is back in custody after a second arrest on drug charges. Agents with the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics arrested 59-year-old Kelvin Roy "Hot" Thompson of 722 Westmont Drive in Jackson late Monday night. He is suspected of distributing heroin that has led to drug overdoes in the metro area.

Good morning, and Happy Valentine's Day! A warm front is moving across central Mississippi, bringing spring-like temperatures and rain. Things will change again by the weekend. We'll have details in the First Alert Forecast all morning long. In a long Valentine's tradition, Barbie Bassett is kicking off our annual blood drive today. She'll be at Mississippi Blood Services with details on what you can get today in exchange for giving the "gift of life." And we've told you b...More >>

Good morning, and Happy Valentine's Day! A warm front is moving across central Mississippi, bringing spring-like temperatures and rain. Things will change again by the weekend. We'll have details in the First Alert Forecast all morning long. In a long Valentine's tradition, Barbie Bassett is kicking off our annual blood drive today. She'll be at Mississippi Blood Services with details on what you can get today in exchange for giving the "gift of life." And we've told you b...More >>

Chronic Wasting Disease is a neurological disease most commonly found in deer. Although extremely rare in this neck of the woods, the first case of the disease in Mississippi was reported last month near the Louisiana border.

Chronic Wasting Disease is a neurological disease most commonly found in deer. Although extremely rare in this neck of the woods, the first case of the disease in Mississippi was reported last month near the Louisiana border.

The Pearl Police Department is getting a new tool, stocking up on Naloxone. The State Department of Mental Health trained them today on the life-saving medication used to reverse the effects of opioid overdose.

The Pearl Police Department is getting a new tool, stocking up on Naloxone. The State Department of Mental Health trained them today on the life-saving medication used to reverse the effects of opioid overdose.

The way your child's public school is funded could be changing. A funding formula rewrite is still in play at the State Capitol. The House passed a 350 page bill that details the proposal to rewrite the school funding formula.

The way your child's public school is funded could be changing. A funding formula rewrite is still in play at the State Capitol. The House passed a 350 page bill that details the proposal to rewrite the school funding formula.

A month ago, severe cold weather moved into the area causing serious challenges with broken water lines and low water pressure across the City of Jackson. It had a significant impact on businesses and residents, but the city did a respectable job dealing with those issues and fixing the problem as quickly as possible.

A month ago, severe cold weather moved into the area causing serious challenges with broken water lines and low water pressure across the City of Jackson. It had a significant impact on businesses and residents, but the city did a respectable job dealing with those issues and fixing the problem as quickly as possible.

The infrastructure plan leaves a large financial burden on state and local governments. Some state lawmakers had previously said they'd like to wait and see what the feds did with infrastructure funding. Now that the President's plan is out, there is agreement across the aisle that a state plan should move ahead.

The infrastructure plan leaves a large financial burden on state and local governments. Some state lawmakers had previously said they'd like to wait and see what the feds did with infrastructure funding. Now that the President's plan is out, there is agreement across the aisle that a state plan should move ahead.

Visitors to certain Jackson establishments may soon be able to enjoy alcoholic beverages outside of restaurants. Jackson Councilwoman Virgi Lindsay will introduce a proposed ordinance to classify specific districts in the city as leisure and recreation districts.

Visitors to certain Jackson establishments may soon be able to enjoy alcoholic beverages outside of restaurants. Jackson Councilwoman Virgi Lindsay will introduce a proposed ordinance to classify specific districts in the city as leisure and recreation districts.

A crash on I-55 just past the city of Terry exit could slow up your morning drive. Ironically, this is the same spot of a crash yesterday. Details when you join us. A former top Madison County official abruptly resigns; could their be controversy surrounding it? We'll have a live report on what happened to Heath Hall. A shocking resignation from Rebel Nation. We'll have the latest on who's no longer batting a thousand in the Ole Miss sports department. See you in 10.&nbs...

A crash on I-55 just past the city of Terry exit could slow up your morning drive. Ironically, this is the same spot of a crash yesterday. Details when you join us. A former top Madison County official abruptly resigns; could their be controversy surrounding it? We'll have a live report on what happened to Heath Hall. A shocking resignation from Rebel Nation. We'll have the latest on who's no longer batting a thousand in the Ole Miss sports department. See you in 10.&nbs...

A large amount of debris from a dam break near the Rankin/Simpson County line has been cleaned up. Investigators from the Department of Environmental Quality are investigating the cause of Friday night's dam breach.

A large amount of debris from a dam break near the Rankin/Simpson County line has been cleaned up. Investigators from the Department of Environmental Quality are investigating the cause of Friday night's dam breach.

The man accused of killing two women in Mississippi a year ago is now back in Rankin County after answering to crimes out of state. Alex Deaton is facing multiple charges, including the murder of his then-girlfriend, 30-year-old Heather Robinson.

The man accused of killing two women in Mississippi a year ago is now back in Rankin County after answering to crimes out of state. Alex Deaton is facing multiple charges, including the murder of his then-girlfriend, 30-year-old Heather Robinson.

According to Crime Stoppers, a lone black man, driving a 2009-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, silver or light gray in color with heavy damage on the passenger side, entered the drive through ATM at the Bank Of Yazoo Hwy 49 in Flora on February 3, just before 9:30 p.m.

According to Crime Stoppers, a lone black man, driving a 2009-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, silver or light gray in color with heavy damage on the passenger side, entered the drive through ATM at the Bank Of Yazoo Hwy 49 in Flora on February 3, just before 9:30 p.m.

Good morning. Jackson police say a robber targeted a gas station overnight. It happened at the Texaco on North State Street, near Cedars of Lebanon Road. On the news this morning, we'll tell you what we know about it. Team USA has won its first gold medal at the Olympic Winter Games in South Korea. We'll have a recap of competition over the weekend. And after a chilly morning, prepare for some warmth and some rain this week. We'll have the First Alert Forecast all morning long....

Good morning. Jackson police say a robber targeted a gas station overnight. It happened at the Texaco on North State Street, near Cedars of Lebanon Road. On the news this morning, we'll tell you what we know about it. Team USA has won its first gold medal at the Olympic Winter Games in South Korea. We'll have a recap of competition over the weekend. And after a chilly morning, prepare for some warmth and some rain this week. We'll have the First Alert Forecast all morning long....

On Friday, Vicksburg Police arrested a suspect involved in the shooting that happened at an apartment on the 900 block of China Street on Wednesday. 20-year-old Marvell Quashawn Amos was arrested and charged with three counts of attempted aggravated assault and one count of possession of a stolen firearm. Law enforcement said Amos and one of the residents of the apartment, had an altercation earlier that day, and later officers stopped a car that witnesses described ...

On Friday, Vicksburg Police arrested a suspect involved in the shooting that happened at an apartment on the 900 block of China Street on Wednesday. 20-year-old Marvell Quashawn Amos was arrested and charged with three counts of attempted aggravated assault and one count of possession of a stolen firearm. Law enforcement said Amos and one of the residents of the apartment, had an altercation earlier that day, and later officers stopped a car that witnesses described ...

The Mississippi Department of Transportation is reporting a down power line at the corner of Ridgewood Road and Lakeland Drive near the River Hills Club in Jackson. MDOT stated on their website: All lanes are blocked on Ridgewood Rd north of Lakeland Dr due to fallen power lines on the roadway. Law enforcement is on scene directing traffic. Motorists will not be allowed to turn onto Ridgewood Rd from Lakeland Dr. We have a ...More >>

The Mississippi Department of Transportation is reporting a down power line at the corner of Ridgewood Road and Lakeland Drive near the River Hills Club in Jackson. MDOT stated on their website: All lanes are blocked on Ridgewood Rd north of Lakeland Dr due to fallen power lines on the roadway. Law enforcement is on scene directing traffic. Motorists will not be allowed to turn onto Ridgewood Rd from Lakeland Dr. We have a ...More >>

Thursday night's Citgo fatal shooting involved a Honduran suspect, who speaks Spanish. More and more often Jackson police encounter victims and suspects of different nationalities and different languages.

Thursday night's Citgo fatal shooting involved a Honduran suspect, who speaks Spanish. More and more often Jackson police encounter victims and suspects of different nationalities and different languages.

Mississippi is one of only two states without an equal pay law on the books. And it caught attention when a bill to change that was seemingly resurrected at the State Capitol last week. But supporters are saying, not so fast.

Mississippi is one of only two states without an equal pay law on the books. And it caught attention when a bill to change that was seemingly resurrected at the State Capitol last week. But supporters are saying, not so fast.

Police located the postal van at Sunset Plaza Apartments with the keys locked inside. Smith says she and neighbors thought nothing of the truck being parked there. They just assumed someone in the apartment complex had gotten a package.

Police located the postal van at Sunset Plaza Apartments with the keys locked inside. Smith says she and neighbors thought nothing of the truck being parked there. They just assumed someone in the apartment complex had gotten a package.

Jackson Public Schools' new makeup schedule for the days lost during the city's water crisis, is drawing mixed reactions from parents. Classes were canceled for seven days last month. Some parents agree with the plan, others wonder will it do more harm than good.

Jackson Public Schools' new makeup schedule for the days lost during the city's water crisis, is drawing mixed reactions from parents. Classes were canceled for seven days last month. Some parents agree with the plan, others wonder will it do more harm than good.

Ridgeland police have linked two robbery suspects to other similar crimes in the metro. Police confiscated a handgun found on Tramaine Pettaway, and Kenneth Lewis when they were arrested after fleeing officers after a robbery at Mac's gas.

Ridgeland police have linked two robbery suspects to other similar crimes in the metro. Police confiscated a handgun found on Tramaine Pettaway, and Kenneth Lewis when they were arrested after fleeing officers after a robbery at Mac's gas.

There's renewed debate about who can carry a gun in this state and where. The House has been discussing a bill that would let some people sue over gun-carry bans on public property, specifically enhance concealed carry permit holders.

There's renewed debate about who can carry a gun in this state and where. The House has been discussing a bill that would let some people sue over gun-carry bans on public property, specifically enhance concealed carry permit holders.

An overnight shooting at a Jackson gas station leaves one man dad. We'll have details at the top of the hour. A woman charged with murder in Jackson will have her day in court. We'll have details when you join us. Overnight, the government shut down. We'll have more on what this second shutdown means at the top of the hour. See you in 10. ~JoyMore >>

An overnight shooting at a Jackson gas station leaves one man dad. We'll have details at the top of the hour. A woman charged with murder in Jackson will have her day in court. We'll have details when you join us. Overnight, the government shut down. We'll have more on what this second shutdown means at the top of the hour. See you in 10. ~JoyMore >>

They just leave her Happy Birthday banner on the wall at her home in Yazoo City nowadays, and simply write over the age every year. Last year they put a “5” over the “4”. This year the “5” has been changed to a “6.” One Hundred and Six years old.

They just leave her Happy Birthday banner on the wall at her home in Yazoo City nowadays, and simply write over the age every year. Last year they put a “5” over the “4”. This year the “5” has been changed to a “6.” One Hundred and Six years old.

Overnight thunderstorms have flooded a popular Jackson Library that was forced to close its doors last year due to water woes. Library system employees tell 3 on your side's they are hoping relief will come sooner rather than later.

Overnight thunderstorms have flooded a popular Jackson Library that was forced to close its doors last year due to water woes. Library system employees tell 3 on your side's they are hoping relief will come sooner rather than later.

The Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services is rolling out a new backpack program for children removed from homes. When children are removed from homes after a child abuse or neglect case, Commissioner Jess Dickinson said they often leave with a few belongings in a trash bag before being taken to a shelter or foster care.

The Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services is rolling out a new backpack program for children removed from homes. When children are removed from homes after a child abuse or neglect case, Commissioner Jess Dickinson said they often leave with a few belongings in a trash bag before being taken to a shelter or foster care.

The National Weather Service has confirmed that a tornado touched down in eastern Mississippi, but no one was injured. Some damage was reported in Sumter County, Alabama, although forecasters haven't yet determined if it was caused by a tornado.

The National Weather Service has confirmed that a tornado touched down in eastern Mississippi, but no one was injured. Some damage was reported in Sumter County, Alabama, although forecasters haven't yet determined if it was caused by a tornado.

Since the Jackson Police Department's took over Code Enforcement back in 2014, Commander Jay Coleman says 335 lots have been seized and demolished; lots that are left abandoned, overgrown, and in need of some TLC.

Since the Jackson Police Department's took over Code Enforcement back in 2014, Commander Jay Coleman says 335 lots have been seized and demolished; lots that are left abandoned, overgrown, and in need of some TLC.

It's one of the best-kept secrets in the state, a coding academy preparing students for high paying tech jobs. But some of the students at the non-profit school are in need of an essential tool, laptops.

It's one of the best-kept secrets in the state, a coding academy preparing students for high paying tech jobs. But some of the students at the non-profit school are in need of an essential tool, laptops.

A Jackson man was ordered to pay $38,000 in child support after failing to pay for 12 years. 45-year-old Joseph Lane Harrill, a father in DeSoto County, was ordered by a judge Tuesday to pay more than $38,000 for failing to support his child for 12 years.

A Jackson man was ordered to pay $38,000 in child support after failing to pay for 12 years. 45-year-old Joseph Lane Harrill, a father in DeSoto County, was ordered by a judge Tuesday to pay more than $38,000 for failing to support his child for 12 years.

At least 4 cars wrecked on Hwy 18 at Raymond Road. Police and ambulance are on scene. So far, two ambulances have taken away people from the wreck to be treated for injuries. There is no word on the extent of injuries. Copyright 2018 MSNewsNow. All rights reserved.

At least 4 cars wrecked on Hwy 18 at Raymond Road. Police and ambulance are on scene. So far, two ambulances have taken away people from the wreck to be treated for injuries. There is no word on the extent of injuries. Copyright 2018 MSNewsNow. All rights reserved.

The Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services is going high-tech.The new Report Abuse app puts the power in the palm of YOUR hand, to report suspected child abuse or neglect and help Mississippi children get the care they need.

The Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services is going high-tech.The new Report Abuse app puts the power in the palm of YOUR hand, to report suspected child abuse or neglect and help Mississippi children get the care they need.

A hearing for a case against the City of Ridgeland took place at the Supreme Court of Mississippi Monday afternoon. Ridgeland residents were in attendance, opposing the construction of a Costco Wholesale store near Highland Colony Parkway.

A hearing for a case against the City of Ridgeland took place at the Supreme Court of Mississippi Monday afternoon. Ridgeland residents were in attendance, opposing the construction of a Costco Wholesale store near Highland Colony Parkway.

As some rough, stormy weather moves across Mississippi, you could find yourself driving through some down pours. We'll have a look at the roads when you join us. Ridgeland police are investigating a chase that ended in Jackson. We'll have a live report at 5. Child protection services in the Magnolia State have a new way to hopefully help end child abuse. We'll have details. Plus your stormy forecast will be on the minute you join us. See you in 10, ~Joy&nbs...More >>

As some rough, stormy weather moves across Mississippi, you could find yourself driving through some down pours. We'll have a look at the roads when you join us. Ridgeland police are investigating a chase that ended in Jackson. We'll have a live report at 5. Child protection services in the Magnolia State have a new way to hopefully help end child abuse. We'll have details. Plus your stormy forecast will be on the minute you join us. See you in 10, ~Joy&nbs...More >>

Unanswered questions from the mother of a woman killed in Jackson last year. She couldn't believe it when one of Chelsie Kirschten's accused killers was released from jail after being denied bond. Twenty-one-year-old Nicholas Coats is charged with murdering the 23-year-old back in August.

Unanswered questions from the mother of a woman killed in Jackson last year. She couldn't believe it when one of Chelsie Kirschten's accused killers was released from jail after being denied bond. Twenty-one-year-old Nicholas Coats is charged with murdering the 23-year-old back in August.

The 34-year-old granddaughter of Medgar and Myrlie Evers has died after a second battle with breast cancer. Family members say Cambi Evers-Everette died in the arms of her mother, Reena Evers-Everette January 23rd.

The 34-year-old granddaughter of Medgar and Myrlie Evers has died after a second battle with breast cancer. Family members say Cambi Evers-Everette died in the arms of her mother, Reena Evers-Everette January 23rd.

The Rankin County Sheriff's Office is using drug money to help protect the community. Sheriff Bryan Bailey was able to use the thousands of dollars seized from drug dealers and smugglers to purchase a brand new, 22-foot War Eagle.

The Rankin County Sheriff's Office is using drug money to help protect the community. Sheriff Bryan Bailey was able to use the thousands of dollars seized from drug dealers and smugglers to purchase a brand new, 22-foot War Eagle.

The Kemper County power plant is one of the most expensive power plants ever built. It's more than two years past it's projected deadline and it's four billion over budget. The company now says the plant should be in full service by the end of the year, but some are still skeptical. The total cost for the massive plant is now up to nearly 7 billion dollars. "This will be very expensive even if it fulfills all the promises." Mississippi Power announced last week that...

The Kemper County power plant is one of the most expensive power plants ever built. It's more than two years past it's projected deadline and it's four billion over budget. The company now says the plant should be in full service by the end of the year, but some are still skeptical.

Good morning. There's rain on the radar, and it could be with us for a good part of the day. It could get more significant tomorrow. We'll track it in the First Alert Forecast all morning long. One of the men accused in the shooting death of little Kingston Frazier has pleaded guilty to his role in the crime. We'll have an update on the case. Join us on WLBT from 4:30 to 7 and on Fox 40 from 7 to 9. We're up-to-the-minute the minute you're up!More >>

Good morning. There's rain on the radar, and it could be with us for a good part of the day. It could get more significant tomorrow. We'll track it in the First Alert Forecast all morning long. One of the men accused in the shooting death of little Kingston Frazier has pleaded guilty to his role in the crime. We'll have an update on the case. Join us on WLBT from 4:30 to 7 and on Fox 40 from 7 to 9. We're up-to-the-minute the minute you're up!More >>

The fight to decriminalize marijuana in Jackson heated up Monday. Ward Four Councilman De'Keither Stamps is leading the push that would lessen penalties for possessing pot in the city. A public meeting was held Monday night to hear what the community has to say about this controversial proposal.

The fight to decriminalize marijuana in Jackson heated up Monday. Ward Four Councilman De'Keither Stamps is leading the push that would lessen penalties for possessing pot in the city. A public meeting was held Monday night to hear what the community has to say about this controversial proposal.

A Jackson Councilman is leading the effort to change the penalties associated with marijuana possession. Councilman DeKeither Stamps wants to amend Chapter 86 Article III of the City of Jackson Code of Ordinance.

A Jackson Councilman is leading the effort to change the penalties associated with marijuana possession. Councilman DeKeither Stamps wants to amend Chapter 86 Article III of the City of Jackson Code of Ordinance.

It was a rematch that left the Eagles on top. We'll have more on Super Bowl 52 and how fans are celebrating in the metro and around the country. Meanwhile, tragedy strikes in the NFL family. At the top of the hour, we'll have more on the death of Edwin Jackson. The water crisis is not completely over in Jackson as several residents are waking up with little no pressure. We'll have details when you join us. See you in 10. ~JoyMore >>

It was a rematch that left the Eagles on top. We'll have more on Super Bowl 52 and how fans are celebrating in the metro and around the country. Meanwhile, tragedy strikes in the NFL family. At the top of the hour, we'll have more on the death of Edwin Jackson. The water crisis is not completely over in Jackson as several residents are waking up with little no pressure. We'll have details when you join us. See you in 10. ~JoyMore >>

Rita Schwerner Bender, Ruby Bridges Hall and former state Representative Robert Clark will join Congressmen John Lewis and Bennie Thompson at the new Mississippi Civil Rights Museum February 23. They are honorees of the Friends of Mississippi Civil Rights Gala and Grand Celebration event in downtown Jackson.

Rita Schwerner Bender, Ruby Bridges Hall and former state Representative Robert Clark will join Congressmen John Lewis and Bennie Thompson at the new Mississippi Civil Rights Museum February 23. They are honorees of the Friends of Mississippi Civil Rights Gala and Grand Celebration event in downtown Jackson.

A hearing to evaluate the sanity of a former City of Jackson administrator has been canceled in New Orleans. Forty-six-year-old Mark Hambrick was scheduled for a lunacy hearing in the stabbing death of his 18-month-old daughter Thursday.

A hearing to evaluate the sanity of a former City of Jackson administrator has been canceled in New Orleans. Forty-six-year-old Mark Hambrick was scheduled for a lunacy hearing in the stabbing death of his 18-month-old daughter Thursday.

Our investigation found teams of trespassers on the closed Jackson Enterprise Center property, stealing metal. Anything not bolted down being stripped, even water pipes, causing massive flooding on the property. Our story caught the eye of a local businessman. Neal Lee said, "We saw a stolen car from my property on the news last night and wanted to come verify it." Neal Lee from Hayles towing just down the street looking for his employees stolen Chevy Imp...

Our investigation found teams of trespassers on the closed Jackson Enterprise Center property, stealing metal. Anything not bolted down being stripped, even water pipes, causing massive flooding on the property. Our story caught the eye of a local businessman. Neal Lee said, "We saw a stolen car from my property on the news last night and wanted to come verify it." Neal Lee from Hayles towing just down the street looking for his employees stolen Chevy Imp...

New details emerged Friday night in shooting death of a Yazoo County Man. Fifty-year-old Henry Glen Renfrow was shot to death at his home Thursday, on Patterson Road off Highway 49 South. Investigators believe the motive was robbery and the victim happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time.

New details emerged Friday night in shooting death of a Yazoo County Man. Fifty-year-old Henry Glen Renfrow was shot to death at his home Thursday, on Patterson Road off Highway 49 South. Investigators believe the motive was robbery and the victim happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time.

State lawmakers are pushing for a crackdown on uninsured drivers. Right now, there's no real time way to verify that an insurance card is still valid. But if this bill becomes law, a cross check of your tag and VIN numbers would instantly show law enforcement if you're in compliance. It's already the law, you're required to have auto liability insurance. Still, not everyone does. "28 percent of the people that drive on Mississippi roads do not have liability insurance and...

State lawmakers are pushing for a crackdown on uninsured drivers. Right now, there's no real time way to verify that an insurance card is still valid. But if this bill becomes law, a cross check of your tag and VIN numbers would instantly show law enforcement if you're in compliance. It's already the law, you're required to have auto liability insurance. Still, not everyone does. "28 percent of the people that drive on Mississippi roads do not have liability insurance and...

It’s Super Bowl Weekend and two things come to mind right away: football and food! A little building on Highway 49 at Little Yazoo combines the two. At first, it may strike you that naming your place “Hall of Fame” may be a little braggadocios, but like Dizzy Dean used to say, “It ain’t bragging if you can do it.”

It’s Super Bowl Weekend and two things come to mind right away: football and food! A little building on Highway 49 at Little Yazoo combines the two. At first, it may strike you that naming your place “Hall of Fame” may be a little braggadocios, but like Dizzy Dean used to say, “It ain’t bragging if you can do it.”

Canton Police are on the lookout for three suspects believed to have broken into a pharmacy. In the surveillance video taken from Mississippi Discount Drugs, you can see two of the three suspects exit from the passenger side of a white Tahoe SUV.

Canton Police are on the lookout for three suspects believed to have broken into a pharmacy. In the surveillance video taken from Mississippi Discount Drugs, you can see two of the three suspects exit from the passenger side of a white Tahoe SUV.

The Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, in conjunction with the Mississippi Highway Patrol as well as the Ridgeland and Richland police departments, have arrested a Jackson man suspected of distributing the heroin that has led to many drug overdoses in the capital city area.

The Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, in conjunction with the Mississippi Highway Patrol as well as the Ridgeland and Richland police departments, have arrested a Jackson man suspected of distributing the heroin that has led to many drug overdoses in the capital city area.

A man found was found shot to death in his Yazoo City home early Thursday morning. The victim has been identified as Henry Glen Renfrow. The deadly shooting happened on Patterson Road off of Highway 49 South.

A man found was found shot to death in his Yazoo City home early Thursday morning. The victim has been identified as Henry Glen Renfrow. The deadly shooting happened on Patterson Road off of Highway 49 South.

A Hinds County bridge is closing for repairs and this may impact your drive in. We'll have a live report at the top of the hour. Authorities are investigating the first homicide of the year in Yazoo County. It was a scary moment for students at Raymond High School yesterday. We'll tell you what happened there as they prepare to head back to class today. See you in 10. ~JoyMore >>

A Hinds County bridge is closing for repairs and this may impact your drive in. We'll have a live report at the top of the hour. Authorities are investigating the first homicide of the year in Yazoo County. It was a scary moment for students at Raymond High School yesterday. We'll tell you what happened there as they prepare to head back to class today. See you in 10. ~JoyMore >>

They are all over the place, our historical markers. They tell about people, places, and events that are parts of the story that make up who we are. But who knows what they say. They’re hard to get to, or hard to stop for.

They are all over the place, our historical markers. They tell about people, places, and events that are parts of the story that make up who we are. But who knows what they say. They’re hard to get to, or hard to stop for.

Barb Allen says she gets bogus phone calls all the time. “Oh my gosh, I probably get 3 or 4 every single day,” mostly in the form of robocalls, she says. According to the most recent industry numbers, consumers average nearly 1.7 billion robocalls a month.

Barb Allen says she gets bogus phone calls all the time. “Oh my gosh, I probably get 3 or 4 every single day,” mostly in the form of robocalls, she says. According to the most recent industry numbers, consumers average nearly 1.7 billion robocalls a month.

A 53 year old man was transported with injuries to a local hospital after he was stabbed in the 1400 block of Topp Avenue in Jackson Thursday morning. Jackson police said the incident resulted after a fight that broke out between two men.

A 53 year old man was transported with injuries to a local hospital after he was stabbed in the 1400 block of Topp Avenue in Jackson Thursday morning. Jackson police said the incident resulted after a fight that broke out between two men.